E3CMOS Series

Product Introduction

The E3CMOS series represents C-mount USB3.0 CMOS cameras featuring Sony Exmor/Exmor R/Exmor RS CMOS sensors with column-parallel A/D conversion, achieving low noise, low power consumption and high transmission rates. The built-in Ultra-Fine color engine proves suitable for standard brightfield, low-light and fluorescence microscopy imaging. Includes ToupView/ToupLite software with comprehensive Windows/Linux/macOS/Android multi-platform SDK support (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, DirectShow, TWAIN, etc.) for seamless system integration and secondary development.

Product Features

  • Sensors: Sony Exmor/Exmor R/Exmor RS CMOS (depending on model)
  • Interface and power: USB3.0 high-speed transmission with USB power supply
  • A/D and bit depth: Column-parallel A/D conversion; real-time 8/12-bit switching
  • ROI: Support for arbitrary ROI sizes
  • Housing: Precision zinc-aluminum alloy CNC enclosure
  • Color processing: Ultra-Fine color engine; supports ROI white balance/manual Temp-Tint adjustment
  • Resolution range: Approximately 0.4-45 MP (depending on model)
  • Software and SDK: Bundled ToupView/ToupLite; provides Windows/Linux/macOS/Android SDK (native C/C++, C#/VB.NET, DirectShow, TWAIN, etc.)
  • Environmental parameters: Operating temperature −10~50 °C; Storage temperature −20~60 °C; Operating humidity 30–80%RH (series standard)

Product Models

Select the E3CMOS Series that fits your application requirements

Product Model Effective Pixels Sensor Size Shutter Type Frame Rate (FPS) Sensor Type Data Interface Color Actions
E3CMOS45000KMA 45M (8176×5616)
19.11 mm × 13.00 mm 4/3"
Rolling Shutter
8.1 fps@8176×5616 30.0 fps@4080×2808 8.1 fps@7408×5556 33.0 fps@3696×2778 10.4 fps@8176×4320 34.7 fps@4096×2160 62.5 fps@2048×1080 86.5 fps@1360×720
IMX492 (M,RS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS20400KMA 20.4M (4496×4496)
12.32 mm × 12.32 mm 1.1"
Global Shutter
17.5 fps@4496×4496 64.4 fps@2240×2240 64.4 fps@1120×1120
IMX541 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS20000KMA 20M (5440×3648)
13.06 mm × 8.76 mm 1"
Rolling Shutter
17.5 fps@5440×3648 40 fps@4080×2160 48 fps@2736×1824 60 fps@1824×1216
IMX183 (M,RS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS20000KPB 20M (5200×3888)
6.24 mm × 4.67 mm 1/2.1"
Rolling Shutter
5.2 fps@5200×3888 15 fps@2592×1944 30 fps@1728×1296
IMX147 (C) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS12400KMA 12.4M (4096×3000)
11.22 mm × 8.22 mm 1/1.1"
Global Shutter
28.2 fps@4096×3000 100.9 fps@2048×1500 100.9 fps@1024×750
IMX545 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS12300KMA 12.3M (4096×3000)
14.13 mm × 10.35 mm 1.1"
Rolling Shutter
23.4 fps@4096×3000 46.3 fps@2048×1500
IMX304 (M) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS12000KPA 12M (4000×3000)
7.40 mm × 5.55 mm 1/1.7"
Rolling Shutter
7.1 fps@4000×3000 30 fps@2048×1080
IMX226 (C) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS06300KPA 6.3M (3072×2048)
7.37 mm × 4.92 mm 1/1.8"
Rolling Shutter
15 fps@3072×2048 26 fps@1536×1024
IMX178 (C,RS) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS06300KMA 6.3M (3072×2048)
7.37 mm × 4.92 mm 1/1.8"
Rolling Shutter
30 fps@3072×2048 50 fps@1536×1024
IMX178 (M,RS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS05100KMA 5.1M (2448×2048)
6.71 mm × 5.61 mm 1/1.8"
Global Shutter
63 fps@2448×2048 208.4 fps@1224×1024
IMX547 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS05000KMA 5M (2448×2048)
8.45 mm × 7.07 mm 2/3"
Global Shutter
35 fps@2448×2048 60 fps@1224×1024
IMX264 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS03100KPB 3.1M (2048×1536)
5.12 mm × 3.84 mm 1/2.8"
Rolling Shutter
25 fps@2048×1536 30 fps@1920×1080
IMX123 (C) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS03100KMC 3.1M (2048×1536)
7.07 mm × 5.30 mm 1/1.8"
Global Shutter
53 fps@2048×1536 85 fps@1024×768
IMX265 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS02300KPA 2.3M (1920×1200)
7.20 mm × 4.50 mm 1/1.9"
Rolling Shutter
38 fps@1920×1200 66 fps@960×600
IMX185 (C) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS02300KPB 2.3M (1920×1200)
11.25 mm × 7.03 mm 1/1.2"
Global Shutter
30 fps@1920×1200
IMX249 (C,GS) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS02300KMC 2.3M (1920×1200)
11.25 mm × 7.03 mm 1/1.2"
Global Shutter
120 fps@1920×1200
IMX174 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS01500KMA 1.5M (1440×1080)
4.968 mm × 3.726 mm 1/2.9"
Global Shutter
228 fps@1440×1080 530 fps@720×540
IMX273 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details
E3CMOS01200KPA 1.2M (1280×960)
4.80 mm × 3.60 mm 1/3"
Rolling Shutter
60 fps@1280×960 120 fps@640×480
IMX224 (C) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS00400KPA 0.4M (720×540)
4.97 mm × 3.73 mm 1/2.9"
Global Shutter
520 fps@720×540
IMX287 (C,GS) USB3.0 Color View Details
E3CMOS00400KMA 0.4M (720×540)
4.97 mm × 3.73 mm 1/2.9"
Global Shutter
520 fps@720×540
IMX287 (M,GS) USB3.0 Monochrome View Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about the professional features of E3CMOS series microscopy imaging cameras

The E3CMOS series is a high-resolution USB 3.0 microscopy camera launched by Tucsen, featuring Sony Exmor/Exmor R/Exmor RS back-illuminated CMOS sensors combined with our proprietary Ultra-Fine color processing engine. It balances sensitivity, low noise, and color reproduction to meet diverse microscopy imaging needs from bright field to low-light fluorescence applications.

  • High Quantum Efficiency: Back-illuminated structure significantly improves photoelectric conversion efficiency
  • Dual-Layer Noise Reduction: Significantly enhances low-light imaging quality
  • Wide Dynamic Range: Suitable for imaging samples with strong contrast between bright and dark areas
  • Low Dark Current: Excellent noise control during long exposure times

Resolution coverage ranges from 0.4 MP to 45 MP with 23 different specifications available. Typical 20 MP models achieve 17.5 fps at full resolution, with frame rates exceeding 60 fps in ROI mode. The USB 3.0 interface ensures smooth preview even at 45 MP levels.

Widely used in life sciences for bright field and fluorescence imaging; industrial material microstructure analysis and semiconductor defect detection; university research and teaching experiments; as well as PCB inspection, digital archive scanning, cultural heritage preservation, and other scenarios requiring high-resolution imaging.

Wide Model Coverage: 23 specifications meet different application requirements.

High Cost-Performance: Maintains Sony back-illuminated CMOS image quality while eliminating cooling costs.

Complete Software Ecosystem: Supports professional functions such as one-click measurement, fluorescence pseudo-color, and batch capture.

In-Depth Product Introduction

Sony Back-Illuminated CMOS Architecture

Features Sony Exmor/Exmor R/Exmor RS series back-illuminated CMOS sensors with the photosensitive layer positioned above the circuit layer, significantly improving quantum efficiency. Combined with dual-layer noise reduction technology, clear, low-noise images can be obtained even under low-light conditions, making it particularly suitable for weak light fluorescence imaging applications.

Ultra-Fine Color Processing Engine

Our proprietary Ultra-Fine color processing engine provides real-time optimization of color reproduction and white balance accuracy. Through advanced demosaicing algorithms and color mapping technology, it ensures color accuracy in microscopy images, meeting the stringent color precision requirements of applications such as pathological diagnosis and material analysis.

USB 3.0 High-Speed Data Channel

Utilizes USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface with 5 Gbps bandwidth to ensure smooth transmission of 45 MP ultra-high resolution images. Optimized data compression algorithms control latency to millisecond levels, achieving true real-time preview. USB-powered design eliminates the need for additional power supplies, improving system integration convenience.

Flexible ROI and Binning Technology

Supports arbitrary ROI area selection and hardware-level 2×2/3×3/4×4 pixel binning. ROI mode can increase frame rates several times over, suitable for high-speed dynamic observation; binning mode improves sensitivity while maintaining field of view, particularly suitable for low-light imaging. Real-time 8/12-bit depth switching balances dynamic range and file size.

Fanless Silent Design

Features a zinc-aluminum alloy one-piece CNC housing combined with carefully designed heat dissipation fins for completely passive cooling. The fanless design eliminates mechanical vibration and noise, particularly suitable for microscopy imaging and other applications requiring extremely high stability. The robust metal housing provides excellent electromagnetic shielding, ensuring long-term stable operation.

Applications

E3CMOS series applications across various microscopy imaging fields

E3CMOS Series Core Advantages

Back-Illuminated CMOS

Sony Exmor series sensors

23 Specifications

0.4 MP to 45 MP full coverage

USB 3.0 Transfer

5 Gbps high-speed data channel

Flexible ROI

Arbitrary regions + hardware binning

Ultra-Fine Engine

Precise color reproduction technology

Fanless Silent

Passive cooling with zero vibration

Long Exposure Support

0.1 ms to 60 s exposure range

Complete Ecosystem

Professional software + open SDK